Project Accomplishments Established certification of artisanal mineral production in Africa CTC including standard setting a credible audit mechanism and the certification process itself proved to be practical and effective on the ground and a possible solution to interrelated issues associated with African ASM Established a strong working partnership with the government of Rwanda Rwanda s full participation has been crucial to national ownership and long term sustainability of certification Developed a practical certification standard Standards adapted through extensive multi stakeholder consultations and practical experience were shown to be appropriate to artisanal mining realities Assisted mineral producers in their efforts to comply with CTC standards Mineral producers were assisted with mineral traceability gender sensitivity environmental impacts of their operations occupational health and safety and avoiding bribery and fraud 2012 BGR Hannover